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UAS Test Operator

GST Holdings LLC
Tucson, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 12/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2026

  

AUV LCC has an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals looking to gain experience or start a career in Unmanned Aircraft. As a Test Operator, you will be trained on flight operations safety and operational procedures in order to conduct flight operations services, as requested, for a high-volume flight test campaign.  

This is an entry level, temporary assignment expected to last 18 weeks. If you hold a current sUAS Part 107
certificate, we would love to speak to you!  

Responsibilities:   

 · Support UAS flight operations in California.  

· Act as visual observer and should expect to work outdoors in in different weather conditions.  

· Safely and efficiently load or unload UAS payloads. 

· Operate radios and/or other devices to stay in constant communications with team.  

· Additional duties as assigned.  

   

Job Requirements:   

 · Must have valid driver’s license. 

· Part 107 sUAS license. 

· Some familiarity with unmanned aircraft systems. 

· Proficient in the English language and capable f lifting up to 50 pounds. 

· Comfortable working up to 50 hours per week. 

· Employee will be subject to the alcohol and drug policy of AUV and the customer, to include pre-employment drug screening.    

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